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Experience the unforgettable beauty and scent of fragrant rose plants in your New Zealand garden. Few blooms rival the captivating charm of a rose that delights both the eyes and the nose, and selecting the right variety will turn your outdoor space into a scented haven through spring and summer. Whether you seek that heady old-world perfume or a subtle fruity twist, our collection of fragrant rose plants offers something for every gardening enthusiast and landscape style.

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Rose 'Golden Celebration'

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'Golden Celebration' Rose is an outstanding English rose celebrated for its large rich golden yellow blooms, strong fragrance, repeat flowering, and exceptional garden performance.

From $38.57

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Rose Plants
Height: 1.20 m
Spread: 1.20 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer, Autumn
Garden uses: Containers, Living areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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Rose Albertine

Rose Albertine is a climbing rose featuring very showy, salmon-pink flowers. The highly fragrant blooms emerge in spring and continue until autumn provided the spent flowers are removed. The foliage comprises small-sized, dark green leaves which provide a lovely backdrop to the flowers.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Rose Plants
Height: 4.00 m
Spread: 4.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer, Autumn
Garden uses: Arches, Living areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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Rose 'Lavender Jewel'

Rose 'Lavender Jewel' is a stunning hybrid tea rose admired for its exquisite lavender blooms and strong, sweet fragrance. Each perfectly formed...

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An informal hedge of 'Iceberg' rose plants with masses of white flowers.
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Rosa ‘Iceberg’, one of the world’s most popular roses, is a reliable floribunda variety producing masses of pure white, lightly fragrant blooms from...

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Purple flowers on Burgundy Iceberg Rose.
Rose 'Burgundy Iceberg'

The 'Burgundy Iceberg' Rose is a striking floribunda rose renowned for its rich burgundy purple blooms, repeat flowering, and exceptional garden...

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An exquisite flower on 'White Romance' Rose.
Rose White Romance

“White Romance” is a very popular shrub rose that features masses pure white flowers. The showy blooms emerge in spring and continue until autumn...

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Rose Raspberry Ice

“Raspberry Ice” is a Floribunda shrub rose that features large and showy flowers that are cream with a raspberry coloured margin. The lightly...

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Brunfelsia 'Fragrant Summer'

Brunfelsia 'Fragrant Summer' is a beautiful evergreen shrub admired for its highly fragrant flowers that open in rich purple shades before fading to...

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Gardenia 'Fragrant Star' white flowers and dark green foliage.
Gardenia 'Fragrant Star'

Gardenia 'Fragrant Star' is a compact, evergreen shrub prized for its intensely perfumed, star-shaped white flowers and glossy green foliage...

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Rose Anniversary

Rose Anniversary is an award winning, Floribunda shrub rose that features masses of showy, soft-pink flowers. The amazing blooms emerge in spring and...

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Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant)

Stromanthe Triostar is a popular indoor plant owing to its lush and colourful foliage. It features elegant, dark green, pink, and cream-coloured...

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Rose Simplicity Violet Serenity

“Violet Serenity” is a magnificent small, shrub rose owing to its colourful display of bright pink flowers. The showy blooms are borne as clusters...

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A Spearmint plant with lush, green leaves.
Mint Plant

Mint Plant (Spearmint) is a popular herb grown for its fresh fragrant leaves and versatile use in cooking drinks and home remedies. Well suited to...

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Rose 'Flower Carpet White' plants for sale at The Plant Company nursery.
Rose 'Flower Carpet White'

Rose 'Flower Carpet White' is a popular ground cover rose valued for its masses of pure white flowers and exceptional disease resistance. This tough...

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Weigela 'Wine And Roses'

Weigela 'Wine and Roses' is a striking deciduous shrub renowned for its rich burgundy purple foliage and masses of vibrant rosy pink trumpet shaped...

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Helleborus 'Hot Flash' (Winter Rose)

Helleborus 'Hot Flash' is a stunning evergreen perennial that delivers vibrant winter and early spring colour with its richly coloured blooms and...

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Helleborus orientalis with colourful pink flowers.
Helleborus orientalis (Lenten Rose)

Helleborus orientalis, commonly known as Lenten Rose, is a hardy perennial prized for its elegant winter and early spring blooms. Flowers appear in...

From$22.95
Chlorophytum comosum variegatum plants growing in pots on a shelf.
Chlorophytum comosum variegatum (Spider Plant)

Chlorophytum comosum Variegatum, commonly known as the Spider Plant, is a tender, herbaceous perennial grown for its lush and variegated foliage. It...

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Rose Flower Carpet Gold

Rose Flower Carpet Gold is a popular ground cover rose that features masses of showy, yellow flowers. Flowering begins in spring and will continue...

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Rose Ann Turner

Rose Ann Turner is a climbing rose that features masses of double, pink flowers. The blooms emerge in spring and continue until autumn provided the...

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Cistus 'Brilliancy' plant with pink flowers and green foliage.
Cistus 'Brilliancy' (Rock Rose)

Cistus ‘Brilliancy’ is a vibrant evergreen shrub celebrated for its striking crimson-pink flowers, each with a yellow centre, blooming profusely in...

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Rosa banksiae 'Lutea' growing on a pergola and featuring masses of stunning yellow flowers.
Rosa banksiae 'Lutea' (Banksia Rose)

Rosa banksiae 'Lutea' (Yellow Banksia Rose) is a stunning climbing rose admired for its masses of soft yellow double flowers produced in spring. This...

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Rose Flower Carpet Pink

Rose Flower Carpet Pink features large trusses of semi-double, pink flowers. Flowering begins in spring and continues until autumn provided the spent...

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Rose Flower Carpet Scarlet

Rose Flower Carpet Scarlet is a ground cover rose that features masses of showy, scarlet red flowers. The flowers are complemented with glossy, dark...

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Camellia 'Red Red Rose'

Camellia 'Red Red Rose' is a striking evergreen shrub known for its rich red blooms that bring bold colour and elegance to New Zealand gardens...

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White flowers on a Cistus 'Snowmound' plant with green foliage.
Cistus 'Snowmound' (White Rock Rose Plant)

Cistus ‘Snowmound’ is a compact evergreen shrub that produces a breathtaking display of pure white flowers with golden-yellow centres from late...

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Disphyma australe pink flowers and fleshy, green leaves.
Disphyma australe (NZ Ice Plant)

Disphyma australe, commonly known as NZ Ice Plant, is a hardy and attractive groundcover valued for its fleshy, bright green foliage and striking...

From$14.95
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Clianthus puniceus (Parrot Beak Plant)

Clianthus puniceus (Kakabeak) is a spectacular New Zealand native shrub renowned for its striking clusters of brilliant red, beak shaped flowers that...

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Super Shield Rose Spray – 1 Litre

This multipurpose spray is designed to control most common pests and diseases that affect roses. That includes blackspot, aphids, rust, powdery...

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Iris Rose Queen (Japanese Water Iris)

“Rose Queen” is a variety of Japanese Water Iris that produces spectacular flowers. The showy, two-tone pink blooms are borne atop sturdy stems in...

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Rose Fertiliser

Roses respond exceptionally well to rose fertiliser with better quality flowers and foliage, stronger stems, and a much healthier and brighter...

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Shadecloth - 70% Shade (Shade Cloth For Plants)

This shade cloth for plants, which is also used as plant windbreaks, reduces light levels and windspeeds by 70%. Therefore, 30% of the wind or light...

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Rose 'Golden Celebration'

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Why Choose Fragrant Rose Plants

Fragrant rose plants add so much more than stunning blooms to your garden. Their inviting scents can transport you to childhood memories or create a relaxing retreat after a long day. Beyond their beauty, these roses attract essential pollinators like bees and butterflies, enhancing the eco-friendliness of your backyard. From cottage gardens to modern landscapes, fragrant roses easily blend with other perennials and shrubs, adding incomparable charm and diversity.

Top Picks for Fragrant Roses in New Zealand

Choosing the right fragrant rose plants depends on your tastes and garden size. Consider classics like Rose Diamonds Forever, prized for abundant blooms and a lovely old-school perfume—an excellent centrepiece for any rose bed. If you love softer tones and complex fragrance, the Rose Strawberry Blonde brings a gentle, fruity aroma with its unique multitoned petals.

For those drawn to deeper colours offset by spicy undertones, Rose 'Burgundy Iceberg' adds sophistication with dramatic blooms and a fresh, lingering fragrance. The vigorous Rose Albertine is a favourite for rambling over fences and pergolas, offering a robust scent and masses of coppery pink flowers that draw compliments and pollinators alike. Don’t overlook the elegant Rose 'Desiree', which harmonises vibrant colour with a sweet, classic fragrance ideal for cut-flower arrangements indoors.

How to Grow and Enjoy Your Fragrant Rose Plants

Getting the best from fragrant rose plants starts with the right planting spot—roses love full sun and rich, well-drained soil. Water regularly in the growing season, and mulch to retain moisture and keep roots cool. Annual pruning not only shapes your roses but also encourages stronger fragrance and more prolific blooming. For containers, choose compact varieties like Rose Diamonds Forever, and keep them well-fed with a balanced rose fertiliser.

Regularly deadhead spent blooms to encourage new growth and maintain healthy flowers, or let a few mature into showy rosehips for extra autumn interest. With a little care, your fragrant rose plants will reward you with years of sensational scent and unmatched floral beauty.

Transform Your Garden with Fragrant Rose Plants

Discover the joy of gardening with fragrant rose plants suited for New Zealand conditions. Whether you’re creating a romantic border, climbing an archway, or simply searching for the perfect perfumed bloom, there’s a rose in our collection just waiting to elevate your garden’s beauty and aroma. Explore our handpicked favourites including Rose Diamonds Forever, Rose Strawberry Blonde, Rose 'Burgundy Iceberg', Rose Albertine, and Rose 'Desiree'—and plant the scents you love today.

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Gardeners love Duranta Geisha Girl and Chlorophytum comosum variegatum (Spider Plant), but there’s a growing buzz around plants like Acer rubrum, Viburnum burkwoodii, and Acer palmatum 'Coonara Pygmy'.
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